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Ashkenazic Chief Rabbi hints criticism towards Sephardic counterpart on 'exodus' of haredi Jews

Rabbi David Lau said, "We are blessed with an extraordinary generation of soldiers, unwavering in their dedication, who rise to protect the people of Israel, the Torah of Israel, and Israel."

Rabbi Yisroel Goldberg: Jerusalem's Chabad rabbi behind the Purim Azza zaza

Jerusalemite of the Week: Besides representing one of the world’s largest Jewish religious organizations in Jerusalem, Rabbi Yisroel Goldberg is behind a unique Purim initiative: Azza Zaza.

18/03/2024

'Goodness and Mercy Shall Follow Me': A story of Zionists, scholars

Avraham Frank’s timely message, now available in translation, is that “A nation without faith can’t endure, and faith without a nation is a return to exile.” 

By MARTIN LOCKSHIN
15/03/2024
A poster illustrating the chained marriage of Rivka, 41, who has been refused divorce by her husband

Prominent US Rabbi: Sex strike against divorce refusal 'destructive'

Schachter said that Jews are obligated to make significant efforts and exert social pressure on husbands who refuse to provide a get -- a religious divorce -- to their wives, leaving them agunot.

Jerusalem rabbi becomes father at 88, 'like our forefather Abraham'

The birth and celebrations of the rabbi and his wife in welcoming their first child has been covered by the haredi press, with many rejoicing the rarity and significance of the birth.

By YAKI ADAMKER
11/03/2024

'Reclaiming Dignity': A look at 'misunderstood' Jewish modesty

Reclaiming Dignity: A Guide to Tzniut for Men and Women grew from a small project in memory of editor Bracha Poliakoff’s mother into an important contribution to the Jewish world. 

 Javier Milei at the Western Wall, February 6, 2024

Javier Milei's rabbi to 'Post': How the Argentinian president fell in love with Judaism

Milei's visit to the Western Wall was one of the first things he did when he arrived in the Holy Land, bringing the leader to tears.

Remembering Ellen Bernstein, 70, the ‘birthmother’ of Jewish environmentalism

When the Song of Songs is read in synagogues around the world this Passover, Ellen’s earth-focused translation will breathe new life into the ancient, deeply sensual text.

By SHIRA DICKER/JTA
01/03/2024

Baltimore rabbi found liable for sexually abusing two children at Jewish summer camp

The multiyear case came about after Rabbi Shmuel Krawatsky sued three of his reported victims and others in 2018 for defamation. All three then countersued, claiming assault and battery.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
27/02/2024
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